Company Profile

    Company overview

    Industry

    Chemicals & Plastics Manufacturing

    Company size

    1,001-5,000

    Primary location

    Pengerang Refining Company Sdn. Bhd. Administration Block A2 Pengerang Integrated Complex 81600 Pengerang Johor Darul Takzim
    Pengerang Refining Company Sdn Bhd and Pengerang Petrochemical Sdn Bhd (collectively known as PRefChem) are two joint ventures formed from the strategic alliance of two of the world’s largest and most successful national oil companies - Petroliam Nasional Berhad (PETRONAS), the national oil company of Malaysia, and Saudi Aramco, the national oil company of Saudi Arabia. PRefChem owns and operate the Refinery and Petrochemical Complex which forms a significant part of the Pengerang Integrated Complex (PIC) in Malaysia’s southern state of Johor.This smart partnership brings together secured resources, cutting edge technologies, a vast amount of experience, and commercial presence of two world-class companies in the operations of the refinery, cracker and petrochemical facilities within PIC.The refinery complex has a capacity of 300,000 barrels of crude per day, and produces a range of refined petroleum products, including jet fuel, motor gasoline and diesel meeting Euro 5 fuel specifications. It also provides feedstock for the petrochemical complex, that has a nameplate capacity of 3.4 million metric tonne per annum (MTPA).

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    4.327 ratings in total
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    What’s it like working at Pengerang Refining and Petrochemical?

    AI summary of recent reviews

    Pengerang Refining and Petrochemical offers a compelling package of competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits. The company provides an excellent learning environment where employees benefit from knowledge sharing and professional development opportunities. The work culture is notably positive, characterised by supportive colleagues and collaborative teams, while the company's commitment to employee growth is demonstrated through various training programmes.

    However, employees face certain challenges, primarily related to the remote location of the facility, which affects access to amenities and public transport. The fast-paced work environment requires continuous learning and quick adaptation. Some employees note challenges with organisational structure and communication between departments. Additionally, the nature of the industry necessitates adherence to strict safety protocols, which while essential, adds another layer of complexity to daily operations.

    Recent reviews

    5.0
    Senior Manager (Environment & Social Performance)
    Jul 2025
    Pengerang Johor4 to 5 years in the role, former employee
    Excellence experience
    The good thingsGood Salary and Staff Benefits
    The challengesHigh Risk since it is dealing with Hidrocarbon for Refining, Steam Cracker & Petrochemical Plants
    5.0
    ICT
    Dec 2024
    Pengerang Johor3 to 4 years in the role, current employee
    a very good company to join as the salary is quite high and competitive in Johor, a lot of good benefits such as medical insurance that cover the whole family, pilgrimage leave once in a life-time, paternity leave and etc. As it located in the middle of nowhere, there is no traffic jammed or congestion.
    The good thingsHigh and competitive salary, very good medical benefits, extra EPF contribution by employer based on years of service.
    The challengeslocation wise as the plant is located in the middle of nowhere, not so many public amenities around such as hospital, malls, and very less public transport available.
    5.0
    Operations
    Jun 2023
    5 to 6 years in the role, former employee
    34 years in experiences of Oil and Gas inclusive of Project Management,construction, commissioning, regalutary laisson operation ,system mechanical turnover and refinery facility proces production.
    The good thingsWork collaboratively with fully passionate and energetic Succesful team.
    The challengesLeverage and under capabilities management.
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